Atty. Joseph Mcleod Canning

Atty. Joseph Mcleod Canning

Joseph M. Canning was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2007, after receiving his undergraduate degree in economics from Brigham Young University and his law degree from Villanova University School of Law.

Fairfield Fairfield 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Mcleod Canning at a glance

Joseph Mcleod Canning is a Partner based in Fairfield, California, practicing at Hillman Lucas And Canning Pc. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California (2007). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Brigham Young University (B.S. Economics, 2002). Active member of Solano County Bar Association Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum Villanova Law School Alumni Association (Member, Northern California) Vacaville Sunrise Rotary Club Fairfield-Suisun Chamber of Commerce Leadership Today. Serands clients in Fairfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph M. Canning was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2007, after receiving his undergraduate degree in economics from Brigham Young University and his law degree from Villanova University School of Law
  • He is admitted to practice before the U.S
  • District Court, Eastern District of California and the U.S
  • Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of California
  • Mr. Canning practices in the areas of bankruptcy, civil litigation, landlord/tenant law and real estate
  • Mr. Canning speaks Spanish fluently

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Mcleod Canning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Mcleod Canning handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Trusts

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Mcleod Canning

Where is Joseph Mcleod Canning's law office located?
Joseph Mcleod Canning's law practice is located in Fairfield, California. The firm is Hillman Lucas And Canning Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Mcleod Canning handle?
Joseph Mcleod Canning focuses on chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Mcleod Canning practiced law?
Joseph Mcleod Canning has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Joseph Mcleod Canning go to law school?
Joseph Mcleod Canning earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S. Economics, 2002).
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 2006
B.S. Economics
Brigham Young University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California
Admitted: 2007

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